1989 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1989 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 300 kg more than 1989 Pontiac Bonneville.
Because 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Bonneville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Pontiac Bonneville. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Pontiac Bonneville | 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
Model | Bonneville | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 1989 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2950 mm |